Shangrila has gotten even better. We have a fire table on the deck that is great to watch & to keep you warm on chilly nites. Also, my son, Gino, & his sweet dog, Frida, are cohosting with me. Frida is never allowed in the guest room.

Your spacious room overlooks a redwood forest with a meadow & wooded hills beyond. You may think you want to visit Sonoma County vineyards, beaches, or the Russian River, but once you're here, you may not want to leave. The room is quiet. You have your own bathroom called "The Mexi" because of Mexican tiles & mementos of travels in that country. There is safe, off street parking. You are within walking distance of the picturesque village of Occidental where there are good restaurants, gift shops, & tennis courts. People also love to ride bicycles around here even tho the roads are narrow, curvy, & steep. We are early risers & will have coffee ready by 7:00 with a gourmet continental breakfast including home pressed organic apple juice, homegrown organic seasonal fruits, homemade jam & special sweets. We are well situated as a stopover, but we could also be a destination. We have lawn Bocce ball & horse shoes. For rest after those exertions, there are hammocks in the redwoods. There is such good bird watching here that the local Audubon stops here during their Xmas bird count. When the weather isn't conducive to outside time, there is a fireplace in the living room. We love to share this beautiful place. Come on over!

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Mary's home is beautiful decorated-a hidden gem from the fast pace life in urban living. The surrounding is beautiful, quite, almost like an enchanted bungalow in the forest. There are birds, woods, and a hiking trail. The bedroom for guest is comfortable with good lighting. The guest bathroom was the best part of my stay. I closed my eyes and I was back in Mexico. I highly recommend Mary's Shangri la is a treasure. If my travels brought me to Northern California I would most certainly choose Mary's home to rest my head!!

This was a rustic home but clean. The beds are only twins but very comfortable. This home is not far from the Cal Fire station and we were awoken around 12:30 a.m. by the siren which we had no idea what the siren was for until the next morning. Apparently, it was the call out for the volunteers.
Mary also had fresh pressed apple cider for us in the am that came from her trees.

Awesome house in beautiful rural neighborhood. Close to town of Occidental...gracious hostess, super comfy beds, private bedroom with views of redwoods, and even fresh squeezed apple juice! Would love to stay here again...

Staying at Mary's place was exactly the retreat I needed. Mary was warm and welcoming, and I felt right at home staying at her beautiful place in the redwoods. It's in an ideal location - close enough to town to pop in easily for food and entertainment, but far enough away to feel remote and quiet. The room was private and comfortable. Thanks Mary for a great stay!

Mary's home was peaceful, cozy, and welcoming. It is in the middle of the woods and a vast field, with many opportunities for a quiet stroll. But if you need to stop by the town for a meal or supplies, it is a short drive (or walk, as she recommends) away. I really enjoyed my short stay and conversations with her. I would come back again, but for a longer duration I hope!

I have met so many interersting people hosting for airbnb. Interacting with guests is enjoyable to me, but I also try to give them their space. I have 5 grown children , one grandchild, & a grand dog who all live nearby. You may meet one or more of them during your stay, especially in the summer when we're all involved in a family garden. If you're hankering to do some gardening, you're welcome to join in. I love traveling, especially in Latin America, & these travels are reflected in my art collection & furnishings, which people seem to enjoy. I've had many a house party of family & friends, so hosting for airbnb feels comfortable. Ya'll come!